Despaña – Spanish
This vibrant Spanish enclave pulses with the savory aroma of aged Ibérico ham and piquant chorizo, drawing guests into a space that feels like a bustling Madrid market. Artisanal bocadillos take center stage, featuring crusty bread piled high with everything from golden wedges of traditional tortilla to delicate bonito and honey-drizzled Mallorquín specialties. Each bite offers a transportive journey through Spain’s rich culinary landscape, blending rustic tradition with a lively, contemporary energy.
Broome Street +12122195050 https://despananyc.com/pages/despana-sohoRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, tlc, detox, alkaline, volumetrics, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, lectin-free, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its casual and approachable atmosphere, Despaña is frequently noted by guests as a welcoming spot for a relaxed meal. Reviewers highlight the friendly service and the staff's pleasant demeanor, which
Menu
Bocadillos
- Tortilla Bocadillo - $12.5: Homemade potato omelette (Serrano, Traditional, or Despaña) with tomato and alioli Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bonito - $14: Loins of Bonito (White Tuna), fresh tomato and piquillo peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo - $12.5: Despaña brand traditional chorizo, Manchego cheese, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Despaña - $12: Serrano ham, creamy goat cheese, tomato-garlic spread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Quijote - $12: Dry-cured pork loin, Manchego cheese, quince cream, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescador - $12.75: Piquillo and guindilla peppers, bonito, white anchovies, alioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Picante - $12.5: Spicy chorizo, Mahon cheese, Basque guindilla peppers, tomato, alioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetariano - $10.5: White asparagus, mixed greens, piquillo peppers, tomato, sliced olives, alioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mallorquín - $11.5: Chorizo spread drizzled with honey Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ibérico - $25: Ibérico ham and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Tapas & Pintxos
- Bread with Tomato - $7: Catalan style bread with grated tomato, garlic, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patatas Bravas - $9: Fried potatoes with spicy sauce or alioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Olives - $8: Mixed marinated olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boquerones Tapa - $7.5: White anchovies marinated with garlic and parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gildas Pintxos - $4: Basque guindilla peppers with salt cured anchovies, white anchovies, and olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gambas al Ajillo - $18: Shrimps with garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulpo - $20: Octopus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Raciones & Croquetas
- Chorizo in Cider - $10.5: Chorizo cooked in garlic and Asturian apple cider Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Morcilla with Tomato - $10.5: Black sausage cooked in rich tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Croqueta Ibérico Ham - $4.25: Served with slices of Iberian ham Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Croqueta Sampler - $10.75: Cod fish, Serrano, and Cabrales cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Boquerones Salad - $12: Romaine, cherry tomatoes, peppers, tuna blend, marinated white anchovies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manchego Salad - $11: Romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, grated Manchego, olive oil croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Manchega Salad - $17: Romaine, radicchio, almond sourdough crumble, sheep milk cheese, anchovies, tahini dressing Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Seafood Paella - $46: Served for two Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Horchata Valenciana - $5: Traditional tiger nut milk drink
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